Frequently Asked Questions
Sheep milk is highly nutritious, with higher levels of of vitamins A, B and E as well as essential minerals like calcium, phosphorus and zinc than cows or goat milk. With it also containing less lactose than cows milk, people that suffer with being lactose intolerant find it easier to digest and can usually consumer sheep milk.
Sheep farming is very sustainable especially here on our farm, with good flock health and proper grassland management the need for artificial inputs are minimal. Sheep are well adapted to grazing grass land and other forage crops and here that's what they do. During spring and summer months they graze the lush green grass produce deliciously creamy milk and high end lamb, to the autumn months where they graze a range of forage crops such as forage rape and stubble turnips along with herbal lays. This adds organic fertiliser back into the soil cutting the need for nitrogen in the next crop.
Whitefields Dairy's sheep milk ice cream is unique due to the higher fat and protein content of sheep's milk, resulting in a creamier and more decadent texture. Sheep milk is also naturally high in lactose, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance. Additionally, sheep milk contains more vitamins and minerals, including calcium, vitamin B12, and zinc, which contribute to the overall richness and nutritional value of the ice cream. Furthermore, our sheep milk comes straight from our ewes, where we prioritize ethical and sustainable farming practices, ensuring the highest quality and freshness of the milk used in our ice cream. Overall, the unique qualities of sheep milk make Whitefields Dairy's ice cream a delicious and healthful alternative to traditional cow milk ice cream.